Subordinating Conjunctions

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, indicating a relationship between the two.

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Give an example of a subordinating conjunction.

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Examples include: although, because, since, unless, while, and before.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a complete sentence, containing a subject and a verb.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction.

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Identify the independent clause: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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The independent clause is 'we went for a walk.'

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Identify the dependent clause: 'If you finish your homework, you can play outside.'

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The dependent clause is 'If you finish your homework.'

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What is the function of a subordinating conjunction in a sentence?

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It connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, showing the relationship between them.

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Which of the following is a subordinating conjunction: 'and', 'but', 'because'?

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'Because' is a subordinating conjunction.

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What is the difference between coordinating and subordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect words or groups of words of equal importance, while subordinating conjunctions connect a dependent clause to an independent clause.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a subordinating conjunction.

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'I will go to the park if it stops raining.'